An off-duty police officer knifed by the London Bridge attackers in England has urged those caught up in the atrocity to "remain strong" one year on from the rampage.

Charlie Guenigault, 26, was stabbed five times after tackling the jihadists with his bare hands on June 3 last year.

The Metropolitan Police constable had been enjoying a summer's after-work drink when the trio began their murderous spree on the bridge and Borough Market, killing eight and wounding almost 50 people.

In a statement, he said Sunday should be a day of reflection for friends and families "who have had to suffer the unimaginable pain of losing the people that they loved".

The Chelsea fan added: "I am reminded every day of the injuries that I received from the scars on my body - but there are also scars from the surgery that saved my life and every day I'm grateful that I'm still alive.

"To everyone else affected by the event either physically or mentally or both I say we need to remain strong and although at times it may be difficult we can all get through this and move on."

Mr Guenigault said he would not be at a remembrance service at Southwark Cathedral on Sunday as he is on holiday with family.

Saturday 3 June 2017 - Stabbed five times

Sunday 22 April 2018 - Finished the London Marathon

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